If we use defense mechanisms as our primary means of coping with anxiety, then:
A. we will save ourselves a great deal of undue psychological harm
B. our social relationships will improve
C. we will not have to rely on machines and medication to help us cope
D. we are preventing ourselves from confronting and working on our problems
Answer: D
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